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What Are The Reasons For Loss Of Appetite, Bloating And Itchy Dry Scalp?

Hi, lately for the past 2 months i lost 10 pounds and i feel a lack of appetite which is very unusual . If i do eat, i feel very bloated. Also for the past months i have developed a very itchy dry dandruff scalp even though i normally have an oily scalp. Along with a very irritable mood for the past month. Maybe i am mineral deficient?
Thu, 13 Feb 2014
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Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic

If you are not intentionally trying to lose weight, you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment.
Unintentional weight loss always has to be investigated with history, examination ,blood tests and possible imaging.

Bloating may be due to the lack of appetite , if there is any reduction in your stool frequency due to reduced intake, this may also contribute to bloating.

The itchy scalp may be related to seborrhoeic dermatitis affecting the scalp. This is treated with medicated shampoos.

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What Are The Reasons For Loss Of Appetite, Bloating And Itchy Dry Scalp?

Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic If you are not intentionally trying to lose weight, you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment. Unintentional weight loss always has to be investigated with history, examination ,blood tests and possible imaging. Bloating may be due to the lack of appetite , if there is any reduction in your stool frequency due to reduced intake, this may also contribute to bloating. The itchy scalp may be related to seborrhoeic dermatitis affecting the scalp. This is treated with medicated shampoos. I hope this helps